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Red SATA data cable with two 7-pin straight connectors, 12 inch PVC jacket

STARTECH

STARTECH SATA12 12in SATA cable red

SKU CH-JY5C-BPD89 MPN SATA12

Connects SATA drives with a 12in red cable supporting 300 MB/s data transfer

  • Cable length1 ft (0.3 m)
  • Connector count2
  • Connector detailsConnector A: 1–7 pin SATA Data Plug Connector B: 1–7 pin SAT
  • Product typeCable Connectors
  • Product colorRed
  • Overall length12 in (30.5 cm)

Cable Length 12 in.

  • Supports data transfers up to 300 MB/sec with SATA 3 Gbit/s specification
  • Red 12-inch length reduces cable clutter and improves system airflow
  • Two 7-pin SATA data plugs connect drives directly without adapters
  • PVC jacket and 26 AWG conductors provide durable everyday signal integrity
  • Non-latching connectors allow quick installation in tight server or workstation bays

Connection essentials

The StarTech SATA12 is a 12 inch red cable with two 7 pin SATA data plugs. It links a Serial ATA drive to a motherboard or controller in tight builds. Builders working in mini tower computers or dense storage arrays use it to keep wiring short and visible.

Build integration

Non latching connectors make insertion and removal straightforward in cramped drive bays. The PVC jacket and 26 AWG conductors stay flexible for routing behind trays. Red colour coding helps trace the data path during assembly or troubleshooting.

Sustained operation

Rated for SATA 3 Gbit per second the cable supports up to 300 MB per second throughput. Specifications meet Serial ATA II standards for consistent signalling. Low profile design reduces clutter so airflow reaches drives during long workloads.

How it compares

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Price $9.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameSATA12
Product typeCable Connectors
Product colorRed
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Connector detailsConnector A: 1–7 pin SATA Data Plug
Connector B: 1–7 pin SATA Data Plug
Size & build
Overall length12 in (30.5 cm)
Cable length1 ft (0.3 m)
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size76 × 56 × 5 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 300 MB/sec SATA II limit throttle my SSD during long sequential writes?

The cable is rated for SATA 3 Gbit/s, which caps sustained throughput at 300 MB/sec, so any drive faster than that will be limited by the link.

Does the 26 AWG PVC jacket stay cool and quiet when the cable runs all day inside a packed server chassis?

The passive 26 AWG PVC cable generates no noise and negligible heat; temperature rise depends on chassis airflow rather than the cable itself.

My motherboard and drive both have standard 7-pin SATA ports — is anything else required to use this 12-inch red cable?

No extra parts are needed; the cable carries two 7-pin SATA data plugs and connects directly between the host port and the drive.

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